The overall objective is to gain in-depth understanding of the problems and issues involved in the organisation of innovation. Specifically, students will:
- acquire understanding of the various perspectives on technology and innovation in a range of scientific debates
- acquire knowledge concerning the organisation of technological, social and sustainable innovation in and between organisations.
- understand the relationship between sustainability and various types of innovation.
- apply this knowledge to address questions of strategy and policy.
- reflect on the various meanings of sustainable innovation for companies, the economy and society.
- train their presentation and discussion skills.
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As a Western society, we are in the midst of a transformation from a linear to a circular economy. This leads to various debates on issues such as sustainability, corporate governance, social entrepreneurship and value creation. The elective 'Social, Sustainable and Technological Innovation' (SSTI) explores these contemporary debates on themes pertaining to the role of the contemporary firm.
It is essential to understand these debates in the light of organisational and societal transformations and transitions. Central to these on-going debates is innovation in a variety of ways. This course is concerned with the interactions between technological change, innovation and organisation. Here technological change and innovation may not only come from established firms but also from startups or entrepreneurs. It starts with a lecture dealing with various aspects of innovation and innovation management. It goes from closed innovation to the notion of 'inclusive' innovation and the quest for shared or multiple value creation aimed at sustainability.
The course has a transdisciplinary character with a relatively strong emphasis on the social-organisational aspects of the debate - not on the technological or ecological side of things. It is more a 'journey of discovery', leading to interaction and debate, than an attempt to transfer a well-defined body of knowledge.
The course consists of a series of lectures, guest lectures and seminars. If the number of students exceeds the available capacity, selection procedures may apply. The capacity of the course is limited to 100 students.
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Course Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Context.
Please note: Corporate sustainability master specialization students can register for this course from the 9th of January 2023 until the 16th of January 2023.
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Examination will include an essay (assignments) and a presentation. The previous year partial grades that are sufficient, remain valid.
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| Due to developments in relation to the coronavirus, the course format can be adapted. |
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